In development

66-Channel Automated SOLT System

Automated multi-channel calibration hardware for VNA measurements up to 6 GHz.

Overview

Independent development of the hardware architecture and multi-board PCBs for a 66-channel automated SOLT calibration system used with a vector network analyzer. The design target is operation up to 6 GHz. The project is currently at the PCB manufacturing stage.

System architecture→Component selection→Schematic→Multi-board PCB→Mechanical integration→Manufacturing

Scope

66 RF calibration channels
Target frequency range: DC to 6 GHz
Automated SOLT calibration concept
Multi-board architecture

My work

System and hardware architecture
Component selection and datasheet analysis
Schematic and PCB design in Altium Designer
Mechanical integration concept
Design prepared for RF testing and validation

Hardware design

Backplane and calibration module

Backplane. Central multi-channel board providing the electrical and control infrastructure for the calibration system.

4-port SOLT VNA calibration module PCB render

4-port SOLT module. RF calibration daughter board with Open, Load, Short and Thru standards connected to the system backplane.